Sean
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Sean Eddy, a professor of molecular and cellular biology, said about 70% of the grades he gives are A’s because that many students meet the threshold for what he considers mastery of the material.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
"The goal is to bring the rest of the companies to the bargaining table," said Sean Sullivan, professor at the University of Washington and London School of Economics.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell later posted a statement on X that said George "will be retiring from his position... effective immediately," without specifying a reason.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
“This allegation is entirely false and fabricated,” chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said in a statement after the Financial Times report was released.
From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026
“Your boy Sean is having a blast upstairs,” Will said.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
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